A Forgotten Millstone: Denialism and Child Abuse in the Christian Church

This umbrella review examines public resources and the authors’ experience and expertise to assess the prevalence, risks, and effects of abuse and denialism within Christian communities. It synthesizes insight from multiples sources to inform this analysis. Despite the forces of denialism in many Christian communities, voices are rising, demanding safeguards and accountability. This chorus, led by survivors, gives hope that denialism in the Christian church may one day be overcome. Although this articles focuses on Christian churches, similar issues affect most religions. Read here.

Authors: Amy Stier, Victor Vieth, R.M. Douglas, Robert Peters, Pete Singer, and Mike Sloan

Publisher: Journal of Child Sexual Abuse

Date: October 25, 2024